
Dr. Kenneth Spielvogel is a board-certified physician with nearly 30 years of clinical experience and a specialized focus on addiction medicine, metabolic health, hormonal optimization, and long-term recovery. As Senior Medical Officer at Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, he helps lead a physician-driven approach to recovery that integrates medical, psychological, and lifestyle interventions to support lasting healing.
A graduate of the George Washington University School of Medicine and residency-trained at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Dr. Spielvogel is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Throughout his distinguished career, he has cared for thousands of patients in areas including women's health, hormone replacement therapy, fertility, prenatal care, minimally invasive surgery, and preventive medicine.
Witnessing the devastating impact of substance use disorders on patients and families inspired Dr. Spielvogel to expand his focus into addiction medicine. He has since dedicated years of continuing education and clinical practice to the treatment of substance use disorders, integrating evidence-based addiction care into both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Today, Dr. Spielvogel is particularly interested in the intersection of addiction medicine, metabolic health, and recovery. His work explores the role of GLP-1 therapies, hormonal health, exercise physiology, body composition, and biomarker-driven care in reducing cravings, improving overall health, and supporting sustainable recovery outcomes.
Known for his compassionate, patient-centered approach, Dr. Spielvogel believes in building strong relationships with those he serves, helping individuals make informed decisions about their health and recovery. Fluent in Spanish, he is committed to delivering culturally competent care to diverse patient populations.
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